Counseling Services
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The mission of the Elementary Counselors is to support the learning of all students thorugh a developmental program of services. As student advocates, we recognize the uniqueness and personal worth of each child. We focus on nurturing each student's potential for growth within the context of his or her family, culture and human individuality. By All For All School Assignments: |
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The Elementary Counseling Program is based upon fundamental principles and beliefs:
- Each child is unique
- Children have dignity and worth as human beings
- Children have the right to be heard
- Children can make responsible choices
- Counseling fosters independence
- Children learn better when they feel good about themselves and their relationships with others
- School counseling is available to all students
- Educators must work together with parents and the community to ensure student success
Elementary Counselor Curriculum
Classroom guidance is taught at each grade level to address the needs of all students:
Self-Awareness
- Uniqueness and Self-worth
- Feelings
- Strengths and Weaknesses
- Individual Differences
- Human Growth and Development
Relationships
- Friendships
- Interactions with Adults and Peers
- Family Dynamics
- Cooperation
Coping
- Bullying Prevention
- Personal Safety
- Dealing with Stress
- Conflict Management
- Directing Change
Decision-Making
- Choice Awareness
- Risk-Taking
- Problem Solving
- Responsibility for Consequences
- Career Awareness
Valuing
- Identifying and Understanding what is Important to You
- Respecting and Accepting the Values of Others